There are a number of documented moments which show the rise of the Clan from it's humble beginnings, but one of their greatest sources of promotion must have been Ralph McDaniels' Video Music Box show. This interview in a crowded club atmosphere features RZA, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, Shyheim and a few members of GP Wu displaying their drive towards success and having a platform to express themselves through hip hop. At the point of seeing this interview back in 1994, I think I was just getting used to the original image and music Wu Tang Clan was coming with, after the heavy circulation of their first single, Protect Ya Neck/After The Laughter/Method Man.
Check for the freestyle from Shyheim near the end of the video, looking like he's about 12 years old, but attacking the mic with the drive of a seasoned MC. This is NY underground representation at it's finest.
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